Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has revealed that he previously sold Akara (bean cakes) and bread, earning nothing less than N10 million monthly from the venture. His disclosure came weeks after First Lady Oluremi Tinubu advised poor Nigerians to consider low-capital businesses like selling Akara and KuliKuli.
Governor's Personal Experience with Akara Business
Speaking at the state's monthly covenant prayer service on September 2, Governor Eno recounted his entrepreneurial past, stating, "We still have that shop there. I started selling Akara and bread. Back then, I was doing Akara Burger, we open the bread and put it inside for you."
The governor detailed how the business operated, noting that customers heading to Exxon Mobil would purchase the Akara burgers in the morning along with coffee. "People going to Exxon Mobil will buy it in the morning, take coffee..we started coffee shop," he added.
Financial Success and Monthly Earnings
Governor Eno emphasized the profitability of the Akara business, stating, "Every month, that akara business used to give me nothing less than N10 million in a month." This revelation underscores the potential of low-capital enterprises, aligning with the First Lady's recent advice to Nigerians facing economic challenges.
The governor's comments were shared via an Instagram post by Linda Ikeji, which featured the video of his speech at the prayer service. The post highlighted his remarks as a testament to the viability of small-scale food businesses in Nigeria.
Context and Broader Implications
Weeks earlier, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu had encouraged poor Nigerians to explore low-capital business opportunities such as selling Akara and KuliKuli as a means of economic survival. Governor Eno's personal testimony now provides a concrete example of how such ventures can yield substantial returns.
The governor's disclosure serves as both a historical account of his journey and a practical endorsement of the First Lady's advice, offering hope to aspiring entrepreneurs in the state and beyond.
